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BooksRun

3.8

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BooksRun Reviews Summary

The company has garnered a mixed reputation based on customer feedback. Positive aspects include prompt delivery, good product quality, and an efficient ordering process, which many customers appreciate. However, significant concerns arise regarding the handling of book conditions and return processes, with several customers alleging deceptive practices and poor customer support. Issues such as inadequate packaging and communication frustrations also surfaced. Overall, while many customers express satisfaction with their purchases, the company must address recurring complaints to enhance trust and customer experience.

This summary is generated by AI, based on text from customer reviews

service
301
value
303
shipping
295
returns
147
quality
307
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Excellent
June 9, 2023

Best bookstore, good quality customer care fast and reliable payment

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! Already looking forward to doing business with you again! - BooksRun Team

Ohio
1 review
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Fast cash
June 9, 2023

Very easy to use shipping was super easy and then payment came right after delivery

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
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over a year old

Thank you for appreciating our hard work! It means a lot to us. - BooksRun Team

Tennessee
1 review
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Fast & Easy
June 9, 2023

The book title I ordered through AbeBooks.com came in fast and in the condition as described!

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
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over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience! That is really nice to hear! - BooksRun Team

North Carolina
1 review
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Poorest customer service
July 9, 2023

First I tried to cancel my order, that was showing not shipped. Only to be notified there are no humans to take a call. The order came over a week later. I still wanted to return the order, only to have an email 72 hours after order delivery saying it's not possible to return the order. Nearly $300 spent and available help. The phone number available for the company states no one will ever answer your call, and to not expect assistance. It also states not to repeat your concerns and it will only further delay service. I'm still trying to get service from anyone other than Viola, who clearly was hired the day before her text to me. I will never recommend nor purchase anything from a company that has no follow up or real customer service.

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
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over a year old

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Our customer support team will investigate the matter and get back to you with the resolution. - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
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Would buy from them again- great price, quick delivery, product exactly as expected.

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
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over a year old

Thank you for the great review! Hope to see you among our customers in the future! -BooksRun Team

Virginia
1 review
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Psychiatric text book
June 9, 2023

It was very Fast delivery and good condition of the book.

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
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over a year old

We are glad you’ve had a positive experience in doing business with us! - BooksRun Team

Illinois
1 review
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Quick and Easy!
June 9, 2023

I stumbled on BooksRun while cleaning out some books before moving. The quote process was quick and simple and receiving a prepaid label made the shipping process painless. If I had more books, I would definitely use BooksRun again!

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are happy to hear you liked our services! Hope to do more business with you in the future! - BooksRun Team

Louisiana
1 review
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Quick & easy
June 9, 2023

Books came pretty quick & in great condition. Will definitely be using this site again. Prices are way more fair than other rental sites

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Your feedback is greatly appreciated! We will continue working on improving our services. - BooksRun Team

Maryland
1 review
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Disappointed
July 9, 2023

I reached out to Booksrun weeks after part of my order was received as one of the books never arrived. In fact, the tracking shows the label was created but the book is still waiting to be sent! I still have not received a credit for the book that I paid for and never received.

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
Arthur B. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Our customer support team will investigate the matter and get back to you with the resolution. - BooksRun Team

Pennsylvania
1 review
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Review BL
June 9, 2023

All orders were delivered promptly without issue. When questions were asked the response time was great.

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are so glad to hear that! Already looking forward to doing business with you again, Brittany! - BooksRun Team

Iowa
1 review
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Easy to use and efficient
June 9, 2023

Using BooksRun is easy and simple. Makes selling books back straight forward and to the point.

Date of experience: June 9, 2023
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! - BooksRun Team

California
1 review
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Absolute worst company ever. Felt like a scam, needed help figuring out on how to get a return label and they had the worst communication it felt like they were prolonging the issue so they could charge me. Don't use them for book rentals

Date of experience: June 6, 2023
Maryland
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Beware that Booksrun will offer 1 price and then email you "new prices based on condition" that are completely bogus. Highway robbery. Additionally, they agreed to buy a book for $5 that is in perfect condition, and "will not return it to me because it may be counterfeit". BS. I requested that they return the other books as I refuse to be ripped off like that. I would rather pay the return shipping of $20 to avoid letting them make money off of sales tactics that are basically criminal. DON'T USE THEM. USE TESTBOOK RUSH OR OTHER. THESE PEOPLE WILL RIP YOU OFF

Date of experience: June 6, 2023
Colorado
1 review
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Zero customer service
July 3, 2023

First to be fair when I rented my book books run got it to me quickly and it was exactly what I was looking for. That being said it turned out I didn't need it and I've contacted them through their customer service number multiple times and no one ever responds. I am trying to return the book early as I will be leaving the country and I don't want to have it auto renew while I'm gone. Very frustrating that no one will follow up. They should be better than this.

Date of experience: June 3, 2023
Colorado
1 review
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I'm an avid reader and regularly buy books. I used to buy from Amazon by default, but lately I've been looking for ways to save money. I'm thankful I found BooksRun. I was able to buy a brand-new book at a much lower cost than Amazon. BooksRun shipped the book quickly and took great care in shipping and handling to make sure the book was received still looking brand-new. I'll be checking their site every time I plan to buy, sell, or rent books from now on.

Date of experience: June 2, 2023
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We would like to express our gratitude for such a review! Hope to see you more among our customers in the future! - BooksRun Team

Italy
1 review
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All good
May 27, 2023

All good, book arrived very quickly and in good conditions. Packaging was solid.
Might be a good idea to add some waterproof wrapping to protect the content from water.

Date of experience: May 27, 2023
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We would like to express our gratitude for such a review! We will keep improving our services. Hope to see you more among our customers in the future! - BooksRun Team

Florida
1 review
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Very satisfied
May 26, 2023

Website is very easy to you to sell textbooks. I will definitely use this website again

Date of experience: May 26, 2023
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for sharing your opinion with us! We are happy to provide you with good services! - BooksRun Team

Indiana
1 review
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Damage
June 25, 2023

Was sent a picture and only see a shadow. Could not tell what the damage was in the picture. Nothing noted just damage.

Date of experience: May 26, 2023
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over a year old

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Our customer support team will investigate the matter and get back to you with the resolution. - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
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Perfect
May 26, 2023

All as described and arrive earlier than expected…perfect…

Date of experience: May 26, 2023
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over a year old

Thank you for appreciating our hard work! It means a lot to us. - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
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Happy customer
May 25, 2023

I liked the selection of titles. Was very pleased with the service and have no complaints

Date of experience: May 25, 2023
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your positive review! We are pleased to have you as our customer! - BooksRun Team

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